TransRockies Golden Ultra
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Event overview
The Golden Ultra is a three-day trail running stage race held in Golden, British Columbia, Canada from September 11 to 13, 2026. The routes use local singletrack and other trails around the Town of Golden and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, traversing mountainous terrain and sections along the Columbia River. Runners may enter one of two stage race options or select single-day races. The event is limited to 700 participants and registration opens November 12, 2025. The 2026 edition is the event's 10th anniversary.
Distances
- Full Pint - three-day stage race
- Half Pint - three-day stage race
- 60 km (Saturday)
- 30 km (Saturday)
- 16 km (Sunday)
- 11 km (Sunday)
- 5 km (Friday) - includes a gondola pass
- 3 km (Friday) - includes a gondola pass
Included services and policies
Courses are professionally mapped and marked and include single track, double track, gravel, and dirt trails. Registration includes a soft blend T-shirt, a customized pint glass, sponsor giveaways, fully stocked aid stations, daily podium awards, and official timing and results recorded by Zone 4. Drop bags are available for the 60 km and 30 km events at checkpoints 1 and 4; checkpoint 3 is accessed by gondola. Friday and Saturday evening meals at Mt. 7 Rec Plex are included for Full and Half Pint participants. A professional medical team and over 100 crew and volunteers support the event.
TransRockies Inc issues no refunds under any circumstances. Transfers may be permitted for a $50 admin fee if completed by September 6, 2026. Deferral rules apply: up to 60 days before the event 75% of the fee may be deferred; 60 to 30 days before the event 50% may be deferred; no deferrals on or after August 11, 2026. Full deferrals are permitted for pregnancy or active military deployment with documentation. The organizer may cancel or alter the event for safety or other reasons; entries may be moved to the next available date if the event is cancelled. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
